Ferdinand De Braekeleer
Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels
1831 - 1890
Medium
etching
Dimensions
146; 220
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
This etching by Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels portrays the Belgian painter Ferdinand De Braekeleer, capturing the likeness of a prominent 19th-century artist known for his genre scenes. Created during Michiels’ lifetime (1831–1890), the work reflects the era’s interest in documenting fellow creatives through printmaking, a practice that helped circulate images of notable figures within artistic and collecting circles across Europe. Etching, the chosen medium, involves incising a design onto a metal plate using acid, allowing for fine lines and tonal depth that translate well to intimate portr...